Pesto Salmon
Pesto salmon is an easy, healthy dinner that’s just as perfect for a date night in as it is for a weeknight meal! Tender, flaky salmon is paired with herbaceous pesto and Parmesan breadcrumbs for a dinner packed with flavor.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 431kcal
Equipment
- 1 Large Baking Sheet
- 2 Small Bowls
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil divided
- 4 salmon filets about 6 oz each, skin on
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Zest of one lemon
- ¼ cup basil pesto
- 4 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 375 F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.3 Tablespoons olive oil
- Pat each salmon filet dry with a paper towel, then place skin side down on the baking sheet. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper and lemon zest. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the filets.4 salmon filets, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, Zest of one lemon, ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Spoon the pesto onto the filets and spread to the edge of each with a spoon.¼ cup basil pesto
- In a small bowl, mix together the parmesan and the breadcrumbs. Sprinkle over the top of the pesto. Drizzle each with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.4 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the salmon is cooked through but still flaky inside. If using a probe thermometer, the internal temperature will read 145 F when done.
- Let rest 1 to 2 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 1498mg | Potassium: 854mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 425IU | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 2mg